Alvino Rey | |
---|---|
![]() Rey in c.1942 | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Alvin Henry McBurney |
Born | Oakland, California, U.S. | July 1, 1908
Died | February 24, 2004 Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. | (aged 95)
Genres | Jazz, swing |
Occupation(s) | Musician, musical director, inventor |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, steel guitar |
Years active | 1927–1994 |
Alvin McBurney (July 1, 1908 – February 24, 2004),[1] known by his stage name Alvino Rey, was an American jazz guitarist and bandleader. He is also known for being the grandfather of Win Butler and Will Butler and grandfather-in-law of Regine Chassagne, Win Butler's wife.